Universal Orlando Reveals Passholder Benefits for Mardi Gras 2025
2025 Universal Mardi Gras Annual Passholder Perks
Early Access to the 2025 Mardi Gras Tribute Store
Passholders will have early access to experience this year’s Mardi Gras Tribute Store before it opens to the general public. The preview will take place at Universal Studios Florida on Thursday, January 30 from 11 a.m. to park close. Additional details like the 2025 Mardi Gras Tribute Store theme has not been released yet.
Free 2025 Passholder-Exclusive Mardi Gras Button
Starting February 1 while supplies last, Universal Orlando Annual Passholders can pick up the new UOAP Exclusive Mardi Gras button featuring King Gator. You can pick up one (1) button at the following locations inside Universal Studios Florida:The Tonight Shop in Universal Studios Florida: park open to park closeUOAP Lounge in Toon Lagoon at Universal Islands of Adventure: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ride on a Mardi Gras Parade Float for Free
Passholders will be able to ride a Mardi Gras Parade float for free for one day during the 2025 Mardi Gras season.On January 16 after 12 p.m., UOAPs will be able to sign up with up to eight additional Passholders to ride a float and toss beads at guests out in the crowd watching.
Passholder–Exclusive Mardi Gras Menu Items
Universal Orlando Passholders can purchase exclusive Mardi Gras food and drink menu items at select locations from February 1 through March 30, 2025.Passholders can enjoy exclusive Mardi Gras items like the affogato. This is an iconic Italian dessert with espresso and salted caramel gelato. Those over 21 can order the Spiked Affogato that has an alcoholic coffee liqueur. 
Enjoy More Bites For Less on 50+ Mardi Gras Menu Items
Passholders save $30 with a limited-time offer on the Universal Orlando Resort Food and Beverage Card. This card retails for $120, making it a $150 value.value. Plus, Premier and Preferred Passholders will also receive their respective Passholder discounts on food and beverage (excluding alcohol) when paying with their Universal Orlando Resort Food and Beverage Card.Premier Passholders save 15% and Preferred Passholders can save 10% on their purchases.
Annual Passholders get 15% off the 2025 Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience
Universal Orlando Passholders can still will reserve a guaranteed spot on one of this year’s Mardi Gras Parade floats and enjoy a 3-course meal from participating Universal Orlando restaurants — all while saving 15%. Same day, separate theme park admission is required, and float spots are limited.The Mardi Gras Float and Dine experience can be purchased via Pass Sales, Guest Services, at the Front Gate, or by calling 407-224-7554.
Exclusive Passholder Merchandise for Mardi Gras 2025
Starting February 1, UOAPs can purchase exclusive Passholder merchandise available at select locations, while supplies last. Below, is a first look at this year’s 2025 UOAP-exclusive shirt.
Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval runs from February 1 through March 30, 2025 at Universal Orlando Resort. Stay tuned for more information.
